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General Surgery (Breast)
General surgery for the breast is done for non-cosmetic purposes. General surgeons perform majority of these operations, from lumpectomy to mastectomy, to evaluate and diagnose a tumour in order to find out whether it should be a cause of alarm or not.
Breast surgery may include breast conserving operations, involving the removal of cancerous cells and some of the surrounding tissues (lumpectomy) or the removal of a quarter part of the breast where the lump is located (quadrantectomy). In some cases, it may call for the removal of an entire breast (mastectomy).
Why a Patient May Need a Breast Surgery?
Breast surgery is done in order to remove the cancerous cells and prevent it from spreading to the healthy tissues and to other parts of the body. Surgery is also commonly the first treatment for some patients with breast cancer as it is a less extensive approach. However, make sure to consult a professional for the best treatment option for you before making any decision.